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emphasise

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈɛmfəsaɪz/ · UK /ˈemfəsaɪz/

Forms: emphasised

emphasise means: To show that something is especially important or deserves attention.

verb

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To show that something is especially important or deserves attention.

  • Please emphasise the main point.
  • The teacher emphasised the importance of regular practice.
  • She emphasises that everyone must follow the safety rules.

How to use it: emphasise something (The report emphasises the need for better housing.); emphasise that… (He emphasised that the decision was final.)

Similar words: stress, highlight, underline

Opposites: downplay

Common phrases: emphasise the importance, emphasise a point

Questions about emphasise

What does emphasise mean?

To show that something is especially important or deserves attention.

What is emphasise in other languages?

Türkçe: vurgulamak · Español: destacar · Français: souligner · Deutsch: betonen · Italiano: sottolineare · 日本語: 強調する

How do you pronounce emphasise?

In American English /ˈɛmfəsaɪz/; in British English /ˈemfəsaɪz/.

How do you use emphasise in a sentence?

Please emphasise the main point. The teacher emphasised the importance of regular practice.

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